Social Events & Networking Opportunities

Fundraising Events

Thursday, March 4, 2027
Donor Recognition Reception | 5:15pm – 6:00pm
This invite-only reception is open to all 2026 and 2027 donors, and RSVPs are required. Member of the Board of Directors will share details on current funds available for donation, funds most in need, annual fundraising goals, and information about the recurring donation program will be developed. Drinks and light bites will be served.

Taste of Boston – Benefiting the Fridley Education Fund | 6:45pm – 7:30pm
Tickets: $50 attendees | $60 guests
You’re invited! The “Taste of Boston” event will feature all the tastes that Boston is known for! Proceeds from this event will go to the Fridley Education Fund which defrays the cost of one training activity offered through ISSTD for students who would otherwise be unable to obtain appropriate instruction in the treatment of complex trauma and dissociation.

Social Events

Thursday, March 4, 2027
Opening Reception | 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Help us kick off our 2027 Annual Conference and mingle with your fellow attendees. Exhibit booths will be open and posters will be on display.

Friday, March 5, 2027
New Attendee Breakfast | 7:15am – 8:00am
Join fellow first time conference attendees for a breakfast and an opportunity to get to know one another as well as learn more about making the most of your conference experience.

Conference Opening | 8:00am – 8:30am
Kick off the conference prior to our first plenary as we welcome our new ISSTD Certificate and Advanced Certificate holders, and share exciting updates from ISSTD.

Student & Emerging Professional Lunch | 12:00pm – 1:15pm
Calling all students and emerging professionals! You are invited to learn more about new opportunities to become involved in ISSTD and network with distinguished ISSTD members. ISSTD Luminaries will share their experiences in the industry and answer your questions. Lunch will be provided, RSVP required.

Annual Awards Reception | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Join us as we honor the 2027 Award recipients, and see the incredible work ISSTD members have accomplished!

Sunday, March 7, 2027
Conference Closing | 10:30am – 11:00am
Wrap up this incredible conference experience with our Conference Closing! Exciting information about the 2028 Annual Conference will be revealed and prize winners will be announced!

Membership & Group Meetings

Saturday, March 6, 2027
Professional Training Program Faculty Meeting | 12:00 – 1:15pm
This meeting is open to current and potential faculty members. In-person participants who are interested in learning more about becoming instructor are encouraged to email cfas@isst-d.org by March 1 to request to join this meeting.

Sunday, March 7, 2027
Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast | 7:30 – 8:30am
ISSTD appreciates the time, dedication and hard work of our volunteers who serve on committees, help to run our special interest and regional online communities, and assist with running events. In recognition of these efforts, we invite all 2026-2027 volunteers to enjoy breakfast and pick up a little token of our appreciation for your efforts.

SIG & ROC Meetings

Thursday, March 4, 2027
Research SIG | 5:15pm – 6:00pm
Creative Arts SIG | 5:15pm – 6:00pm
Psychoanalytic – Psychodynamic SIG | 5:15pm – 6:00pm

Friday, March 5, 2027
Neurodevelopmental Disabilities SIG | 12:00pm – 12:45pm
EMDR SIG Meeting | 12:30pm – 1:15pm

Saturday, March 6, 2027
Eating Disorders SIG | 7:30am – 8:15am
DBR SIG | 7:30am – 8:15am
Acute Care SIG | 12:00 pm – 12:45pm

Additional social events and networking opportunities may be added.